By Crystal Anderson, Case Facilitator I would like to introduce you to Chris and Ken who first came to Compass in July of 2020 and have been spreading their happiness and contagious laughter ever since. These fellas are truly a joy and an inspiration for all. Ken Ken or “Kenny” as some of his friends…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator Allow me to introduce you to Kennetta, a remarkable individual who embarked on her Compass journey in Independent Living Services approximately 2 years ago in the East Bay Region. Admiring Japanese Culture Over the last couple years, Kennetta has taken an interest, deep admiration and passion for the Japanese culture….
By Cassandra Sales, ILS Program Manager Kyle has been a community member of Fort Bragg all his life. If you spend any time with him, you will learn two things: he knows just about everyone in Fort Bragg and is a respected member of that community, and his positive attitude and smile are just about…
By Cindy Liao, Training Coordinator Rest is foundational to our well-being, shaping the effectiveness of our daily pursuits. Among the various forms of rest, optimizing nighttime sleep emerges as a critical element in maintaining our physical, intellectual, and emotional health. During slumber, our bodies actively engage in vital repair and recovery processes. Sleep not only…
By Sadie Hess, Founder and CEO We understand the California budget for 2023-24 is a complex issue with significant implications for various communities, especially those relying on critical services like housing and developmental support. There was a proposal for a delay in funding for programs for Californians with disabilities until 2025, this is undoubtedly disappointing…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator It is with great excitement that I introduce Jane, one of our newest ILS members! Jane brings with her a wealth of enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for music and a genre of television shows. Favorites As Jane joins Compass, we are thrilled to welcome her vibrant energy and her love…
By Felicia Sims, ILS Supervisor When we think of Compass’ core values, we usually gravitate toward one or two that stand out to us most. Zach is unique in the sense that he embodies all of Compass’ core values in everything he does. Honor: When it comes to routine, Zach is the man with a…
By Moises Fuentes, Case Facilitator A Ball of Warmth I would like to take the time to introduce a ball of warmth and joy named Allison. Allison is a nonverbal client in the RCRC region. She is a sweet loving person and has an ability to warm your heart with simplest of gestures and signs….
By Jeff Gant, Compass Life Guide 3 On August 24th, 2022, I went to the doctor. I was 387 lbs and despite being on 2 blood pressure medications, my BP was still at stroke level. I chose right there and then to make the changes to live. Lifestyle Changes I never say I went on…
By Melanie Anderson, Director of Innovation and Expansion Several years ago, Compass made a commitment to learning about and investing in employee engagement. It seemed that at times there was a concerning gap wherein employees did not consistently feel appreciated, but supervisors thought they were participating in great effort to help employees feel valued and…